- TripBuzz found 18 things to do with kids in or near Bastrop, Texas, including 3 fun activities for kids in nearby cities within 25 miles like Austin and Lockhart.
- From Giggle N Jump to Bastrop Skating Rink, the Bastrop area offers 73 different types of family activities, including: History Museums, Farms & Ranches, National & State Parks and Mountain Biking.
- The county seat of Bastrop County, this city is located 30 miles southeast of Austin. Situated along the Colorado River, Bastrop has a population of over 7,000. The city is nicknamed 'The Most Historic Small Town in Texas' and 'Heart of the Lost Pines'. Bastrop is notable for its film industry, with several major motion pictures being at least partially filmed in the town.
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Visitors of Town Lake are able to rent rowboats and canoes to enjoy Lake Austin on a more intimate level. It is possible to view the heart of downtown from the water-based vantage area with the help of this equipment rental company.
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Originally built to provide drinking water for area citizens, people can use Lake Pflugerville for swimming, canoeing, kayaking, fishing, and other outdoor activities. The 180-acre reservoir also has a 3-mile walking trail and a pavilion.
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Named after the president that succeeded John F. Kennedy, the LBJ Presidential Library features forty-five million pages of historical documents and over 643 hours of recorded telephone conversations involving Lyndon Johnson and his associates. Unlike with most libraries, visitors must pay to enter this site.
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The Congress Avenue Bridge / Austin Bats is your opportunity to observe up to 1.5 million bats leave their roost under the bridge each evening. This naturally occurring attraction will amaze you because of the sheer volume of bats flying into the night sky.
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From its beginnings as a rural country road in the 1850's, South Congress Avenue, has transformed into one of the hippest, most eclectic neighborhood in Austin. Now, it is lined with unique shops, popular restaurants, and live music venues.
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One of the premier public research institutions in the United States, the University of Texas at Austin offers its students a variety of Bachelor's, Master's, and doctorate programs. Additionally, the institution's athletic programs participate in the Big 12 conference.
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A wealth of 80s and 90s nostalgia is available at Arcades4Home, which stocks and sells full-sized arcade game cabinets for games like Centipede, Pac-Man, and more. The facility also allows guests to play unlimited games for one price.
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Since 2001, visitors from all over the world have come to the Bob Bullock Texas State History Museum to learn more about the proud state. Featuring three floors of exhibits showcasing the rich history of Texas and its people.
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Finally open to the public in 1888, the State Capitol in Austin is not only impressive in size but also in its design. Taller than the U.S. Capitol, the building and surrounding grounds feature self-guided tours, monuments, and exhibits celebrating Texas.
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Featuring 10 miles of manicured trails, Lady Bird Lake Hike-and-Bike Trail winds through the lush greenery surrounding the lake. The ideal way to spend an afternoon, walking, jogging or biking, and be sure to visit the Stevie Ray Vaughn memorial.